8 must-watch movies of Katrina Kaif
July 15, 2025
Katrina Kaif has given many unforgettable movies throughout the years. From romance to action, here are some of her best films.
An Indian girl raised in London is in a relationship with an Englishman. But during a trip to India, her father arranges her marriage to a traditional Indian man. The film was a box office hit.
Namastey London (2007)
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This is a comedy-drama film about two thugs who meet Rajiv from a respectable family and want to fix their sister's marriage with him. However, when his family doesn't agree, it leads to a series of hilarious situations.
Welcome (2007)
This story is about Happy, a Punjabi villager who ends up being the king of the underworld of Australia.
Singh Is Kinng (2008)
This story revolves around three friends living in New York and how their lives change after the 9/11 terrorist attack.
New York (2009)
This story is about three friends, Kabir, Imran, and Arjun, who go on a trip to Spain before Kabir's marriage. Katrina played the role of Laila, a girl they met on a trip who falls in love with Arjun.
Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011)
Samar falls in love with Meera, but they separate. He later joins the Indian Army and meets Akira, who learns about his past and helps reunite him with Meera. It was among the highest-grossing films of 2012.
Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012)
This film is about a RAW agent, Tiger, who is sent to observe an Indian scientist. However, on his mission, he falls in love with Zoya, the caretaker of the scientist, who has many secrets.
Ek Tha Tiger (2012)
Tiger and Zoya reunite to rescue nurses who are held hostage by Pakistan's terrorist organisation. The film received the Filmfare Best Action Award.
Tiger Zinda Hai (2017)
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